drumbeat
Translation
drumbeat, beat of a drum
Examples
We could hear the steady drumbeat from far away.
We could hear the steady drumbeat from far away.
The drumbeat of the rain was loud on the roof.
The drumbeat of the rain was loud on the roof.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) drumbeat the sound of a drum being hit We could hear the steady drumbeat.
((the)) drumbeat ((of sth.)) a continuous sound or rhythm The drumbeat of the rain was loud.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rhythm, pulse, percussion
Etymology
A compound word from 'drum' (the instrument) and 'beat' (a stroke or pulse).
Memory Tips
It literally describes the 'beat' made by a 'drum', making it easy to remember.